I'm Carissa G., the breeder behind Bernedoodle Lovers located in Chandler, AZ. As conscientious breeders, we are proud of the loving, smart, beautiful, and sound puppies we’re able to provide for others. We are a simple, family-run breeding program offering loving and loyal companions to others. We focus on quality care and health with each litter we raise.
Q. & A. with Carissa
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brown, red, and tri-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Lagertha
Went home
Female
Freja
Went home
Female
Oden
Went home
Male
Torvi
Went home
Female
Rollo
Went home
Male
Ragnar
Went home
Male
Björn
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Carissa
Carissa has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,000 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes first and second round of vaccinations, wellness check by a Veterinarian, deworming, first 30 days of insurance and a puppy starter kit. First come first serve and final choices are made after temperament testing to ensure your puppies needs and your needs match.”
Contract & health guarantee
Carissa may provide a written contract or
health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps
protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you
both have a clear understanding of the terms of your
puppy purchase. If Carissa offers a contract
or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them.
If you have any questions or want to know more,
don’t hesitate to reach out to Carissa directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Extras
Initial potty training
Toys
Food & treats
Basic obedience & manners
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Carissa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Chandler, AZ
1951 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Albuquerque Sunport
1623 miles away
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More about Carissa
Carissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Carissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Carissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bernedoodle Lovers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Floki, dad
Bernedoodle
About Floki
Floki has so much personality and his own fans around the neighborhood. He owns his Lion Doodle haircut and knows he’s the most handsome Posh Bernedoodle Lion around. He loves attention but also is happy to play outside with his companion Freja. He’s excellent with small children and is such a good boy on walks. He’s very intelligent and responds to verbal requests easily.
Freja the Teddy Pup, mom
Bernedoodle
About Freja the Teddy Pup
Freja is the most loving kind and gentle dog. She’s submissive at the right times, exceptional with really young children and well behaved even when left home alone out of her crate. She’s extremely smart and trained easily. Her favorite thing in life is LOVE. Her favorite word is LOVE. Her favorite behavior is to give LOVE. Her love language is affection
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Bernedoodle Lovers reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Bernedoodles.
DNA Disease Panel, von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).